Norwalk Furniture Captures Eastern Title in B Division
Norwalk Furniture rallied for five runs in the fifth and four more in the sixth, erasing a 9 6 deficit to defeat Halfway Inn 15 9 and seize the Eastern Circuit title in the City Slo-Pitch League. Ken Plue John Schaechterle and Mike Carter fueled the rally with extra base plays and a homer. Hartland Independents beat Saginaw Wire 15 6 and Schild's IGA down Downtown Dodge 19 16 in other games.
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McLain Suspended and Faces Further Disciplinary Action
Detroit Tigers pitcher Denny McLain earned a season long suspension with possible additional discipline after new allegations involving conduct and gun possession. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn announced the action after a hearing in New York, with McLain's attorney seeking more investigation before any further proceedings.
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Sherk Becomes Pleasant Surprise For Browns
Cleveland Browns coach Blanton Collier cites defensive tackle Jerry Sherk as a key emerge nce this exhibition season. Sherk surpassed veteran Marvin Upshaw, prompting Upshaw’s trade to the Kansas City Chiefs for a high draft pick. Browns also waived Purdue tackle Bill Yanchar as part of a roster reshuffle to approach the player limit.
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No More Kicks Coming From Colts and Other NFL Cuts
United Press International reports kicker Lou Michaels cut by the Baltimore Colts as Sam Baker also exits Philadelphia. Colts shed several veterans as rookies challenge for jobs. other teams including the Houston Oilers, Dallas Cowboys, and San Diego Chargers made trades and roster moves ahead of cuts and taxi squads.
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